I've always been honest with all my kids. So I - if they did well, they did well. And if they didn't, actually, I asked, did you try your best? And if they tried their best, then, you know, I back out because I expect them to be honest with me or with themselves. And I can't make you go out there and work out hard.

His wins included the 200-meter backstroke 200-meter freestyle the 200 and 400-meter individual medley and the 4×100 and 4×200-meter freestyle relay. He earned a gold medal in the event along with Phelps Matt Grevers and Nathan Adrian. 28 off from the 47.

Ryan Steven Lochte (pron. Lochte is also known for his dominance in the short course format (25-yard and 25-meter long swimming pools).